Free browser-based AI-generated Taipei GTA clone hits 1.2 million concurrent players in three days
A free browser-based open-world game titled Taipei GTA has attracted 1.2 million concurrent players within three days of its release. The title was developed by AICodeWith using AI coding tools, costing approximately $10,000 in token fees. The game features a detailed recreation of Taipei's streets and landmarks, offering players a crime-themed sandbox experience similar to the Grand Theft Auto series.
- ▪The game reached 1.2 million concurrent users in just three days after launching.
- ▪Developers AICodeWith spent $10,000 on AI tokens to create the game using their own platform.
- ▪The game is hosted on Vercel and features zones based on real Taipei locations like Ximending and Taipei Main Station.
- ▪Players can engage in free-roaming activities and complete 93 missions in the crime-themed city.
- ▪The title is currently under development, with the team soliciting community feedback for future updates.
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Video Games PC Gaming Free browser-based AI-generated Taipei GTA clone hits 1.2 million concurrent players in three days — vibe-coded game cost $10,000 in AI tokens to build, is set on the streets of Taipei News By Mark Tyson Published 4 October 2026 Get a taste of Taipei with the added spice of crime. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Future) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Developers AICodeWith have published a browser-based game dubbed Taipei GTA.
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